Move over flowers, plants are crashing the wedding. Plants are having a moment in general, whether they’re greening up apartments and homes or functioning as the floral decor in a wedding. They’re versatile, hardy and lend an earthy, organic feel to even the most indoorsy of ceremonies and receptions. Read on to find 5 ways […]
Spotlight on Boutonnieres
With all the fuss we make over the bride’s flowers, it can be easy to overlook the kind that grace the groom’s lapel. Today, we’re talking boutonnieres, those simple-yet-festive floral adornments that are making a splash in their own right. Major Statement Bouts From ranunculus to full-blown rose, big statement flowers are turning up on […]
4 Ways To Brighten Up Your Bridal Brunch With Flowers
By Beneva Flowers & Plantscapes on July 23, 2018 in Alternative Floral Ideas, Floral Centerpieces, Floral Fun, Floral Trends
One of the most lighthearted events held ahead of a wedding is the bridal brunch, a mid-morning gathering that typically involves the bridesmaids, mothers of the couple and other female friends and family. The mood is sweet, warm and irreverent, a fun celebration of the bride and a chance for the ladies to get together before […]
Get To Know Bouquet Shapes
If you’re wondering which bridal bouquet is best for you, you’re not alone. There are so many gorgeous examples of what’s possible these days when it comes to bouquets, and no doubt you’ve starred many of them. Given all of the flowers and styles out there, how will you decide? One of the most important […]
A Century Of Wedding Bouquets
Ever wonder what your bridal bouquet might have looked like had you been getting hitched in 1925 or 1966? Like everything we wear and accessorize with, there is a season. The bridal bouquet has evolved just as bridal fashion has, reflecting much about the period that produced it as well as the bride herself. Take […]
Garden of Eden: Botanic Venues and Weddings
By Beneva Flowers & Plantscapes on June 29, 2018 in Floral Backdrops, Floral Centerpieces, Sarasota weddings, Selby Garden Weddings
There’s nothing quite like getting married in a lush garden. Surrounded by flora and fauna, those who go the botanical garden route are exposing themselves to the elements, sure, but in the best possible way. There’s simply no substitute for the gorgeous backdrop a well-cultivated garden offers. It creates a magical mood, providing that deep […]
Three Flower Traditions, Explained
Ever wonder why we do the things we do with flowers when it comes to weddings? Turns out, our flower behavior has old and deep roots in the superstitions and beliefs of cultures both ancient and a little more modern. For your consideration: The Bridal Bouquet Back in the day, brides carried bunches of herbs […]
Behind The Floral Scenes: Building A Bouquet
Ever wonder how we here at Beneva Weddings build your wedding bouquet? Read on to find out. Step One After we meet with you and get a sense of your vision, a lot of the important work is already done. We know when you’re having your wedding, which tells us which flowers are in season […]
A Romantic, Flower-Inspired Playlist For Your Dance Floor
Two of the biggest considerations in planning a wedding are the flowers and the music. Finding the perfect band, DJ or other musical act is a key part of setting the right tone for your nuptials and the reception afterward. And don’t get us here at Beneva Weddings started on how important it is to […]
How To Repurpose Your Wedding Flowers
By Beneva Flowers & Plantscapes on June 1, 2018 in Alternative Floral Ideas, Bouquets, Floral Centerpieces, Uncategorized
Wondering what you’ll do with all those gorgeous flowers after the ceremony and reception? You’re not the only one. Several enterprising people and companies have posed the same question in the past few years. We’re all interested in being as kind to the earth as we possibly can, and the wedding industry is no exception. […]